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UK forest stamps showcase forests and forestry

Six special stamps featuring forests of the UK are being circulated to showcase the character and varied colours of the nation’s forests. The stamp launch coincides with the 100th anniversary of the Forestry Commission which was founded on 1 September 1919. Source: Timberbiz Responsib
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Austrofoma demonstration event for forestry machines

Austrofoma is the Austrian forestry machine and device demonstration where all the machines on display are shown performing real-life tasks, unlike standard exhibitions where they are only seen while stationary. The event is on once every four years. Source: Timberbiz All the machines
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CLT and mass timber products show green credentials

Those close to the forest products supply chain have watched with great interest as the cross-laminated timber (CLT) and “mass timber” building products industry has exploded over the last decade. The free market has ultimately driven the remarkable growth of the industry, which is he
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Astra clears the log jam for Plantation Logging

Harvesting timber requires a unique type of vehicle, especially when the plantation tracks are steep, slippery and muddy after rain – it’s an environment where 8×8 traction makes a world of difference. Source: Timberbiz And it was due to these demanding conditions that Plantation
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Schaeffler gets its bearings right

Schaeffler’s split technologies including bearings, housings and seals have been recognised for their downtime saving and safety benefits by being selected as a finalist in the safety category of the national 2019 Bulk Handling Awards. Source: Timberbiz A major benefit of the new fami
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Timber Floors & Decks: Reducing Risk seminar

Timber remains one of the top choices for flooring and decking. However, choices made at the design and installation stages can impact appearance, durability and maintenance requirements. This seminar to be held on 17 September at Victoria Park Golf Club in Queensland will address the
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Timberlink wins award for top processing

At the inaugural Tasmanian Timber Awards held this August in Launceston Timberlink was announced as the winner of the Timber Processing Excellence Award for the year, while also nominated as a finalist for the Innovation Award. Source: Timberbiz The award win was a great reward for th
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International log war hurting New Zealand

The country’s wood processors say the international log price war and protected overseas economies are crippling the New Zealand trade. The Wood Processors and Manufacturers Association told a meeting in Nelson that distortions in international trade were starting to make it dif
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More cadet foresters needed in Tasmania

Sustainable Timber Tasmania currently has three Cadet Foresters on board through the Arbre Forest Industries Training and Careers Hub Cadet Forester Program in each of the three regions and is searching for more. Source: Timberbiz The cadets have commenced an Australian School Based A
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Forestry is not a threat to koalas

Sustainable timber harvesting is not a significant threat to koalas in New South Wales, a State Government inquiry has been told. The Forestry Corporation of NSW told the Inquiry into koala populations and habitat in New South Wales last week that known threats to koala populations ar
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